Partner – M&A Advisor

About the Opportunity: FE International is seeking experienced M&A professionals to join as independent contractors (1099) at a Partner level. As a Partner, you will operate with a high degree of autonomy while benefiting from centralized deal support, marketing, legal, and buyer outreach teams. You'll bring deep relationships across private equity, venture capital, family offices, and strategic buyers, and will lead transactions end-to-end with full control over your client relationships and compensation structure. This is a commission-only position with no base salary - you earn based solely on the revenue you generate from closed deals. Compensation Structure: • 100% commission-based (no base salary) • Higher commission rates for deals you source yourself • Lower commission rates for deals provided by FE International Your Role as a Strategic Partner: • Business Origination: Source new clients and deal flow from your network, targeting founder-led companies, institutional investors, family offices, and corporate sellers primarily in software, e-commerce, and technology. • Transaction Leadership: Lead execution of buy-side, sell-side, and capital raise mandates including valuation, strategic positioning, negotiations, due diligence coordination, and closing. • Client Advisory: Act as the client's lead strategic advisor, helping define exit strategies, capital structuring, and positioning for acquirers and investors. • Collaborative Execution: Work independently alongside FE International's internal teams (marketing, financial analysis, CRM, buyer development, and legal) to deliver best-in-class outcomes. • Platform Contribution: Participate in firm growth initiatives, knowledge sharing, and help elevate the Firm's reputation and standards. Ideal Background: • 8+ years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, private equity, or M&A advisory. • Proven track record of originating and closing deals • Existing network of potential clients (founders, PE firms, family offices, corporate buyers) • Experience in software, e-commerce, or technology sectors preferred • Self-sufficient and entrepreneurial mindset What FE International provides : • Use of company brand and reputation • Access to internal systems (CRM, buyer database, other common industry systems) • Support from marketing, legal, and administrative teams • Deal execution support when needed • Access to leads on a team rotation model Important to Understand: • You are an independent contractor, not an employee • No benefits, paid time off, or expense reimbursements • Success depends entirely on your ability to generate deals • This role is best suited for established M&A professionals with strong existing networks who want to operate independently while leveraging an established firm's infrastructure. Apply tot his job Apply tot his job

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